CRP Signup Coming in May

There will be a general Conservation Reserve Program signup this year in Marion County. FSA Director Angie Vos says that the signup period will begin on May 20th and run through June 14th. The program, also known as CRP, is a cost-share rental payment program that is aimed at reducing soil erosion, improving water quality, and increasing wildlife habitat, among other goals. Vos says that the signed contracts would begin October 1st and last 10-to-15 years.